Carrot Prices Plummet by 60% in a Year: Current Supermarket Costs.

Price Analysis for Carrots in Ukraine

According to Novyny.live: Ukraine is experiencing a significant drop in carrot prices. As of February 28, 2026, a kilogram of carrots costs 14.92 UAH, which is 59.42% cheaper than the price one year prior. This price shift for a common staple offers some relief, though the cost of other essential food items like chicken eggs and cucumbers remains stubbornly high.

While the year-on-year trend shows a sharp decline, the average price per kilogram of carrots actually rose by 19.79% in early 2026 compared to January of that same year. For context, the price in February 2025 was approximately 36.77 UAH per kilogram. The overall annual decrease points to a notable shift in the vegetable market's supply dynamics.

Supermarket Price Check for Carrots

What are shoppers actually paying? Here are the prices per kilogram for carrots in major supermarket chains as of the last day of February 2026:

• ATB - 10.89 UAH
• Ashan - 11.40 UAH
• Fora and Novus - 11.49 UAH
• Silpo - 12.60 UAH
• Varus and Metro - 12.90 UAH
• MegaMarket - 21 UAH

This price relief for carrots stands in stark contrast to other food categories. For example, the average price for a pack of chicken eggs at the end of February 2026 is 83 UAH. Furthermore, the average price per kilogram for cucumbers has surged by 40% since February 2025, now reaching 200 UAH or more. This highlights that despite the falling cost of carrots, many other food products continue to command high prices, squeezing household budgets.

The drop in carrot prices may signal positive developments in the agricultural sector or an increased supply of this vegetable on the market. However, the persistently high cost of other staples like chicken eggs and cucumbers indicates that consumers are likely still facing financial pressure when purchasing everyday groceries.

The cost of vegetables and other basic goods remains a critical indicator for the country's economic health and the welfare of its population.